Fire Prevention Inspector

Department:Fire Rescue Department Organizational Unit:Fire Prevention

position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$21.87 hourly. Starting salary as well as starting step may be adjusted, up to a maximum of step 5, based upon verifiable experience and qualifications. Additional incentives may be available, in accordance with the most current IAFF Rank & File Bargaining Agreement. Central Area/Rockledge/Timothy J. Mills Fire Rescue Center/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and may include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Performs skilled protective service work promoting fire safety and conducting fire hazard inspections for a designated area of the County.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent, as required by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, PLUS must possess a current valid State of Florida Firesafety Inspector I certification, issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training, and maintain said certification during the term of employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver’s license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment, a valid State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and maintain said certification in an active status during the term of employment. Must possess a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from an approved agency and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must not have been found guilty or plead guilty or nolo contendere to a felony or misdemeanor involving moral turpitude within the last five (5) years. Must be of good moral character, as determined by a local Clerk of Court, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) criminal background investigation. Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check administered by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO). Must have fingerprints on file with Brevard County. Must successfully pass a physical examination and a vision test, as determined by a licensed medical practitioner, currently under contract with Brevard County. Must be able to work irregular schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 – 8 hours
   • WALK:5 – 8 hours
   • SIT:5 – 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 – 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Other; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With explosives; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With radiant energy (x-rays, etc.); With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A